Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM273) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM273) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Tobermory
£64
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM273) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.6% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £63.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM273) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM273) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £64.
For beginners: Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM273) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£63.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £63.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM273) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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